1957 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2004 Renault Kangoo is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Berkeley Twosome would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Kangoo (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 1395 kg more than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Renault Kangoo will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Renault Kangoo (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Berkeley Twosome | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Berkeley | Renault |
| Model | Twosome | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 327 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2630 mm |
